The European natural gas consumption in the wood and wood products sector shows significant variations across countries. Germany leads the consumption with 119.74 thousand tonnes, although it experienced a slight decline (-0.84%) in 2023. Italy showed a notable uptick of 12.67%, indicating potential growth. Ireland and Greece experienced significant year-on-year increases of 41.57% and 40.14%, respectively, suggesting robust demand. Conversely, Latvia (-10.75%) and Hungary (-17.01%) exhibited marked declines, possibly indicating sector-specific challenges.
Future trends to watch include the shift towards renewable energy sources influencing natural gas demand, potentially reducing consumption as sustainability becomes a key focus across Europe, especially in countries prioritizing energy transitions.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Wood and Wood Products Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 119.74 | 2023 | +0.61% | -0.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 77 | 2023 | +5.38% | -1.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 74.94 | 2023 | +3.59% | +0.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 57.55 | 2023 | +2.77% | +12.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 57.5 | 2023 | +2.5% | -1.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 48.94 | 2023 | +0.96% | +3.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 46.05 | 2023 | +1.43% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 34.48 | 2023 | +0.012% | -0.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 24.09 | 2023 | +2.84% | +1.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 17.48 | 2023 | +27.38% | +41.57% | View data |
